Koba Hostel
San Sebastián · Basque Country

Koba Hostel

Hostel in Gros, San Sebastián, with dormitories and private rooms, a shared kitchen, terrace and Zurriola Beach a few minutes’ walk away.

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8.7 Score
1.977 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Nearby Zurriola Beach · 350 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Koba Hostel

Koba Hostel is a hostel in the Gros neighbourhood of San Sebastián, 350 m from Zurriola Beach, with private rooms and beds in shared dormitories.

Its rooms have air conditioning and a private bathroom; options include double rooms, family rooms for four or five people, and individual beds in dormitories with six, eight or ten beds. Room sizes range from 13 to 38 m², with spaces equipped with a kitchen, coffee machine and, in some categories, a TV, sofa or dining table.

The hostel has a communal lounge, terrace, shared kitchen, free WiFi and luggage storage. It serves a buffet breakfast with continental, vegetarian and gluten-free options, and offers bicycle hire for exploring Gros and the coast. San Sebastián railway station is 700 m away and the bus station is 800 m away; the San Telmo Museum and the Kursaal round out the city walks.

Koba Hostel
★ 8.7 · Fabulous · 1.977 reviews

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Hostel in Gros, San Sebastián, with dormitories and private rooms, a shared kitchen, terrace and Zurriola Beach a few minutes’ walk away.

Room types

Koba Hostel’s room categories include private double rooms, family rooms and individual beds in shared dormitories. Room sizes range from 13 to 38 m²: the double room with a private bathroom is the most compact, while a bed in the ten-bed dormitory is in the largest room. There are also six- and eight-bed dormitories, including an eight-bed female dormitory. Family rooms sleep four or five people and combine double or single beds with bunk beds, depending on the category.

All the room types described have air conditioning and a private bathroom; guests in dormitories share the room with others, while the unit has its own private bathroom. Rooms have a kitchen or kitchenette, coffee machine, kitchenware, microwave and fridge. Some include a flat-screen TV, sofa and dining table, while shared options provide individual beds in bunk beds. You can choose a private room or a bed in a dormitory depending on the size of your group and the type of stay you prefer.

Standard Double Room with Private Bathroom — Koba Hostel
Standard Double Room with Private Bathroom
18 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV

At 18 m², this room sleeps two and has a double bed and private bathroom. It’s the standard option for guests who prefer their own space; it includes a kitchen, coffee machine, air conditioning, flat-screen TV and soundproofing, as well as a dining table and sofa.

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Bed in 8-Bed Shared Dormitory with Private Bathroom — Koba Hostel
Bed in 8-Bed Shared Dormitory with Private Bathroom
26 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Soundproofing
  • Coffee machine

This individual bed is in an eight-bed shared dormitory, with a private bathroom for the unit. Its 26 m² and soundproofing provide space for your stay; it also has air conditioning, a coffee machine and a kitchenette equipped with a fridge, microwave and toaster.

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Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory — Koba Hostel
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory
20 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave

This bed is in an eight-bed female shared dormitory, a distinct option among the shared rooms. At 20 m², it includes a bunk bed, a private bathroom for the room, air conditioning and soundproofing; the kitchen is equipped with a fridge, microwave, coffee machine and kitchenware.

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Bed in 6-Bed Shared Dormitory with Private Bathroom — Koba Hostel
Bed in 6-Bed Shared Dormitory with Private Bathroom
22 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Soundproofing
  • Coffee machine

This six-bed shared dormitory has fewer beds than the eight- and ten-bed options. The room is 22 m² and has a private bathroom for its occupants, air conditioning and soundproofing, as well as a kitchen with a coffee machine, fridge and microwave.

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Family Room with Private Bathroom — Koba Hostel
Family Room with Private Bathroom
16 m²

  • 1 Double bed and 2 Bunk beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Shower
  • Dining table

At 16 m², this family room sleeps up to four and combines a double bed with two bunk beds. It includes a private bathroom with a shower, air conditioning and a kitchen with a fridge, microwave and dining table; its layout brings the family together in a compact space.

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Superior Family Room with Private Bathroom — Koba Hostel
Superior Family Room with Private Bathroom
18 m²

  • 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed and 2 Bunk beds
  • Max 5 guests
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Toaster

The Superior Family Room sleeps up to five people in 18 m², with a single bed, a double bed and two bunk beds. It stands out for its flat-screen TV and dining table, as well as a private bathroom, air conditioning and soundproofing. The kitchen includes a fridge, microwave and toaster.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom — Koba Hostel
Double Room with Private Bathroom
13 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sofa
  • Flat-screen TV

At 13 m², this private Double Room is the most compact of the double room categories described. It has a double bed, a bathroom with a shower and hairdryer, air conditioning and soundproofed walls; a sofa, wardrobe and dining area complete the space, along with a flat-screen TV.

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Single Bed in 10-Bed Shared Dormitory — Koba Hostel
Single Bed in 10-Bed Shared Dormitory
38 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Microwave
  • Soundproofing

This individual bed is in the ten-bed shared dormitory, the largest room at 38 m². It has a bunk bed, air conditioning, a private bathroom for the occupants and soundproofing. The equipped kitchen, with a microwave, fridge, coffee machine and toaster, is useful for shared stays.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in Gros, 350 m from Zurriola Beach
  • you’re travelling by train: Gros station is 100 m away
  • you’re travelling with family: rooms sleep four or five people
  • you’d like access to a shared kitchen and free WiFi
  • you’d like to explore the city by bike: the hostel offers bicycle hire

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking: Koba Hostel has no parking
  • you’d rather avoid shared dormitories: beds are available in shared rooms with six, eight or ten beds
  • you need a room for more than five people: the family rooms sleep a maximum of five
  • you want to stay right beside the sand: Zurriola Beach is 350 m away

Hotel facilities & services

Koba Hostel brings together facilities for relaxing and arranging activities during your stay. It offers free WiFi, non-smoking and family rooms, air conditioning and facilities for guests with reduced mobility. The shared kitchen has a coffee machine and other utensils, while rooms include equipment for preparing and storing food, such as a microwave, toaster and fridge. There is also a kettle and coffee machine for making drinks.

In the shared areas, you’ll find a terrace and outdoor furniture, as well as a shared lounge with a TV. The accommodation offers bicycle hire and organises cycling and walking tours; cycling and hiking are among the available activities. Lockers and luggage storage take care of practical needs, and the tour desk can help you plan outings. A lift, heating and soundproofing complete the everyday facilities.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for guests with reduced mobility
  • Kitchen
  • Tour desk
  • Shower
  • Hiking

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace / solarium
  • Bicycle hire
  • Live music / performances
  • Cycling tours
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Lift
  • Heating

Food & drink

  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Kitchenette
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Dining area

Location & what to see

Koba Hostel is on Karkizano Street in Gros, an urban area of San Sebastián with local shops and markets. Txapartegi is 10 m away and Groseko Azoka is 110 m away; Zurriola Beach is 350 m away. The Kursaal and the promenade beside the beach shape this part of the city, where you can walk between the neighbourhood streets and the coast.

San Sebastián railway station is 700 m away and the bus station is 800 m away. San Sebastián Airport is 14 km away; Biarritz Airport is 38 km away. To explore the city, La Concha Beach is 1 km away and the San Telmo Museum is 950 m away. You can also take the train from Gros station, 100 m from the hostel.

For a mix of coast and culture, San Sebastián Aquarium is 1.5 km away and Miramar Palace is 2.2 km away. Ondarreta Beach is 2.2 km away, while Mount Ulia, 1.3 km away, has walking trails. Cristina Enea Park, 1 km away, offers a green space to explore. In the warmer months, you can combine swimming with coastal walks; for the rest of the year, museums, city-centre streets and trails offer other ways to explore San Sebastián.

Zurriola Beach — An urban sandy beach popular for enjoying the sea and walking along the coast. 350 m
San Telmo Museum — A museum dedicated to the history and culture of Basque society. 950 m
Good Shepherd Cathedral — A Neo-Gothic church with a distinctive tower visible in the city centre. 960 m
Donostia — A railway station with regional connections and services from other cities. 640 m
Cristina Enea Park — Tree-lined gardens with walking paths in a green setting. 1 km
Mount Ulia — A nearby natural area with paths to explore on foot and enjoy the scenery. 1,3 km

What guests say about Koba Hostel

8.7
Fabulous · 1.977 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Facilities
8.8
Value for money
8.5
Free Wi-Fi
8.4

Guests give particularly favourable ratings to the staff and the beach’s proximity. Comments also reflect satisfaction with cleanliness, bed comfort and facilities; WiFi scores slightly lower than those categories, although it is still rated positively.

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